Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda? If you're planning to go to Barbuda, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Barbuda
- Important essentials for Barbuda
- Activities for Barbuda
- Barbuda in January: weather and what to pack
- Barbuda in February: weather and what to pack
- Barbuda in March: weather and what to pack
- Barbuda in April: weather and what to pack
- Barbuda in May: weather and what to pack
- Barbuda in June: weather and what to pack
- Barbuda in July: weather and what to pack
- Barbuda in August: weather and what to pack
- Barbuda in September: weather and what to pack
- Barbuda in October: weather and what to pack
- Barbuda in November: weather and what to pack
- Barbuda in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda
Based on the climate and weather in Barbuda, the best time to go is April. See below for details.
Important essentials for Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Barbuda, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly choice.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often wear out. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good kit.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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For families with young children
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Barbuda. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Airplane or car necessities
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one works in most places, but you may want to check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you vacation in Barbuda during January, you will probably see that it is hot, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light skirts
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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A rain coat to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
February
If you visit Barbuda during February, you will probably find that it is pretty consistently hot and very rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
-
Light skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Bug repellent
-
Sandals
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We recommend:
March
March here is pretty consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Extra socks
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We recommend:
April
If you go to Barbuda in April, you will notice that it is extremely warm and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
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Loose-fit shorts
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
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Sunglasses
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If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We like:
May
In May, Barbuda is hot, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (high 20s C) and about half of the time jump into the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Barbuda, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In May, humidity reaches as high as 80%. Additionally, it is breezy.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also filters harmful contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
June
If you are traveling to Barbuda in June, you will notice that it is consistently hot, very rainy and very hazy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also removes contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
July
July in Barbuda is constantly hot, very rainy and very hazy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We like:
August
If you visit Barbuda during August, you are likely to see that it can be sweltering, very rainy and very hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
September
September in Barbuda is constantly hot, very rainy and somewhat hazy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to 80s F (low 30s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We suggest:
October
Traveling to Barbuda in October, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
November
November in Barbuda is hot and very rainy. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We recommend:
December
If you go to Barbuda in December, you will notice that it is extremely warm and very rainy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Light skirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
Activities for Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Barbuda.
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